ASUS Vivobook X512FA-BI7A RAM upgrade specifications
The ASUS Vivobook Series 15 X512FA-BI7A features DDR4-SDRAM memory specifications compatible with maximum RAM capacity of 12 GB. The upgrade configuration includes 1x SO-DIMM slot for memory expansion, with DDR4-2400 MHz frequency specifications. On-board memory combines with SO-DIMM slot architecture to support the maximum capacity upgrade. Compatible memory upgrades require DDR4-SDRAM specification adherence for optimal performance and compatibility with the X512FA-BI7A model specifications.
Memory Upgrade Specifications
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Memory slots | 1x SO-DIMM |
| Form factor | On-board + SO-DIMM |
| Memory type | DDR4-SDRAM |
| Frequency | 2400 MHz |
| Maximum RAM | 12 GB |
| Voltage | 1.2V |
| Number of pins | 260-pin |
| Interface | PC4 |
| PC Speed Rating | PC4-2400 (PC4-19200) |
| Bandwidth | 19.2 GB/s |
| Laptop Release date | 05 March 2020 |
Additional Notes
- The ASUS Vivobook X512FA-BI7A contains soldered on-board memory that cannot be removed, reducing total upgrade capacity to the single SO-DIMM slot alone.
- Installing a 12 GB module in the available slot requires matching the 2400 MHz frequency specification; faster DDR4 variants will downclock to this speed, eliminating any performance gain from premium memory.
- SO-DIMM form factor compatibility is strict; standard UDIMM modules will not fit the slot, and installation of incorrect hardware risks connector damage.
- Memory bandwidth is constrained by the single-channel configuration when the SO-DIMM is populated, resulting in reduced data throughput compared to dual-channel architectures in similar-class systems.
- Warranty coverage for RAM upgrades depends on whether replacement modules are sourced through ASUS or third-party vendors; non-approved suppliers may void memory-related warranty claims despite compatibility.
- The 12 GB ceiling reflects the maximum density of SO-DIMM modules available at DDR4-2400 specifications; no upgrade path exists beyond this point on this platform.